[Build] Saryn Revisited

Saryn's rework was meant to balance her and make her more than a one button killing machine. Did DE succeed?

The biggest challenge with Saryn post rework is the need to consider Duration into her build. Prior to the Rework, Duration was not a concern and was even lowered for maximum effect. Builds did not have to worry about Transient Fortitude (TF) or Fleeting Expertise (FE) affecting builds. Duration mods like Continuity and Constitution were also unnecessary. Now TF and FE have severe drawbacks and Continuity and Constitution have become mainstays; meaning you need more mods to achieve less of a result.

The good thing about the rework is that her other abilities have been brought to the forefront with multiple buffs (along with name changes). The synergy between Spores, Molt and Toxic Lash (TL) is amazing. I find myself using these during ODDs without the need for Miasma, especially with its heavy cost.

I currently have two main builds for Saryn and the builds are pretty tight. One is used for teams with an EV Trinity since it has no efficiency at all and focuses on Range, Power Strength and Duration, while the other is pretty balanced with a means to regain energy.

No Regard for Efficiency

This build still works wonders but it does require a decent EV Trin to support you. You just need to cycle through Spores, Molt and Toxic Lash and you will be okay. There's almost no need for Miasma.

The basic trick is just to layer layer dot over another + Contagion Cloud is perfect for Infested or doorways. :)

Range helps spread the damage even when you kill without popping the Spores especially when using Ignis.

Somewhat Balanced

I use this for most of the things outside of an organized group. I can do Nightmare missions, tank, spam with this. Great for solo runs. Just need Furis with Winds of Purity (WoP). If you do not have that you'll need Regenerative Molt (RM), which will take up a slot... either Flow or Constitution will have to be taken out.

The good thing with this is that you can easily build energy just by getting hit. Regen life then spam. This is perfect because you'll be going in close with melee+TL anyway. With flow you can build up your Energy and spam for a bit before diving in again for more carnage.

Max Efficiency?

Still trying out if this will work. I'll post an update in case it does.

Loadout

You'll want High Status weapons that proc Toxin so you can take advantage of Spores. Ignis also works wonders, but you can't make it do just Toxin damage. Grinlok does the job well.

If you aren't using RM, don't forget your Furis with WoP.

For melee, I chose one with high Status Chance and Range, Lecta. Any should do since you will be using TL a lot. Max range would be nice though. Here's how I built Lecta. The Radiation procs are a nice bonus to keep the heat off of you.

Saryn's not in top form at the moment but i'm hoping she will be soon. I'll post another build in case there are other changes to her mechanics.

Thanks for reading.